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SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R49

HLFXGB21R49 belongs to Halifax PLC in Craigavon, United Kingdom.

HLFXGB21R49

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHLFXGB21R49
8-character codeHLFXGB21
Branch codeR49
BankHalifax PLC
BranchPortadown (110996
CityCraigavon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

HLFX Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
R49 Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21R49?

HLFXGB21R49 identifies Portadown (110996, a unit of Halifax PLC in Craigavon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of HLFXGB21R49 stand for?

HLFX is the bank code of Halifax PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and R49 is the code of the department Portadown (110996.

Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21R49?

HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21R49 points to Portadown (110996. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HLFXGB21R49 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Halifax PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need HLFXGB21R49 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HLFXGB21R49.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.